Rock Master

2 – 4 October 2026

rock master arco

The most iconic climbing event

2 – 4 October 2026

Three days of competition, meetings and inspiration. In short, three intense days entirely devoted to climbing.
A passion that brought together more than 10,000 climbers from all over Europe and beyond to share the vertical thrill.

A huge thank you to everyone who made Rock Master, once again, the world’s greatest climbing event — and to Arco, the true home of climbing.

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ROCK MASTER – THE CHALLENGES

Lead Duel and KO Boulder

At the heart of Rock Master are the Duel Lead and KO Boulder competitions, where 8 of the world’s best men and women go head-to-head. A must-see event for climbers and anyone craving a breathtaking show.

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a tale of the vertical

Thrills on the Wall Since 1986

For 40 years, Arco has been the Home of Climbing and a global reference point for the sport. It all began in 1986 with Sport Roccia at the foot of Monte Colodri. In 1987, Rock Master was born and, since 1988, the Climbing Stadium has become the home of one of the most iconic climbing competitions in the world.

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Become a Sponsor

Reach the global climbing community

Rock Master brings together world-class climbers, an international community and thousands of passionate fans. Join one of the most iconic events in sport climbing and put your brand at the heart of the action.

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climbing village

Everything for climbing lovers

Explore the expo area for a look at the latest gear, grab a bite in the food corner, and let the little ones try climbing on a kid-friendly wall.

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Become a Rock Master Exhibitor

Bring your brand to the Home of Climbing

If you represent a brand, a project or a business that shares a passion for the outdoors, this is the right place to put your brand centre stage.

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NEWS

Stay up to date with the latest from Rock Master. Get all the most recent updates on the event, important announcements, exclusive athlete interviews, news on side events and much more.

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Friends of Rock Master

Climbers love Rock Master

Rock Master is one of the most popular and beloved climbing events worldwide. That’s why so many companies and professionals choose to support it and share its spirit, united by the same passion for the vertical thrill.

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garda trentino

home of climbing

The Rock Master Expo Area is the place to get hands-on with the latest gear, join talks from industry leaders, meet experts, enjoy a beer with friends, and share your passion for climbing and outdoor sports.

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Rock Master Press Room

Fresh stories from the world of climbing

Welcome to Rock Master! Here you’ll find everything you need if you’re a journalist, content creator, photographer or media professional.

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